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Robotic Explorers

Who is the presenter on this video?
(Be careful, spelling counts!)

What does this video describe?

What happens first when Spirit hits the surface of Mars?

When Spirit had issues how did they fix the problem?

How long has Spirit been on Mars when this video was taken?

How does Mars help Opportunity with its mission?

What charges the batteries on Curiosity?

What makes Curiosity different than previous Mars' exploration vehicles?

Why are Curiosity's wheel made of titanium?

What is the purpose of Curiosity's laser?

Who decides where Curiosity goes?

How tall is the dune that "freaked out" the presenter?

What is special about the "hematite" rocks Curiosity may have recently found?

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National Geographic Video

What is this Nat Geo video mainly about?

This video talks a lot about "reusable" rockets.

What does "reusable" mean in this context?

What does the prefix "re–" mean?

This video mentions the "microgravity" on Mars.

What does "microgravity" mean in this context?

What American spent a year in space?

What happens to astronauts that spend a long time in space?

Host, Andrew Fazekas, thinks that terraforming is a "fascinating" idea.

What do the two expert panelists think?

What does Ray Arvidson describe about problems with terraforming?

At the very beginning, the moderator says that Mars is within the "Habitable Zone."

What does the "Habitable Zone." mean?

After the shuttle takes off in the fifth minute of the movie, why do people cry?

Who does Jedidah Isler say should be sent to Mars?